NFL

San Francisco arrives unbeaten with 30.5 points per game and a strong plus-58 point differential, but Seattle has been nearly as productive at 26.3 points per game while allowing only 18.3 points per game. The Seahawks’ offense has generated 237.0 passing yards per game and 110.3 rushing yards per game, while their defense has been especially strong in yards per play allowed and passing yards allowed. San Francisco brings the better raw scoring average and the stronger yards per play figure on offense, yet Seattle’s home split, defensive efficiency, and balanced attack make this closer than the records suggest. Recent results also show both teams scoring well, so the deciding factor is whether Seattle can limit explosive gains and force longer drives.
Seattle should be able to keep this game in a narrow range and win outright at home by a small margin. The Seahawks have the better defensive efficiency profile, while San Francisco’s offense has been excellent but faces a tougher road test than the standings imply. A projected 27-24 Seattle result fits a home cover and a moderate-scoring game, with the Seahawks doing enough on offense to edge a strong 49ers team without needing a high-scoring shootout.